Arts & Entertainment

Lead Photo Courtney Love, Michael Buble, Jimmy Eat World and more announce Vegas shows

Andrea Domanick | Fri, Jun 14, 2013 (4:10 p.m.)

Also: Kid Cudi at the Cosmopolitan and Ani DiFranco at Hard Rock Cafe.

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Lead Photo 5 thoughts on last night’s STRFKR show at Beauty Bar

Spencer Patterson | Fri, Jun 14, 2013 (3:17 p.m.)

The synth-pop foursome inspires ... stage dives and a circle pit?!

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Lead Photo The ‘Boy Hunter’ is ready for work: Krave Massive, the world’s largest gay club, opens Saturday

Ed Komenda | Fri, Jun 14, 2013 (2 a.m.)

After months of preparation and several setbacks, Krave Massive finally has arrived. The club welcomes its first guests Saturday night. Owner Kelly Murphy couldn't be more relieved. Planning the grand opening of the world’s largest gay club in a new downtown location hasn’t allowed him much sleep over the past year.

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Lead Photo Strip Scribbles: Food Network star lands Strip restaurant; Sports Illustrated models return for summer; Criss Angel’s 60-foot high-beam blindfolded walk

Robin Leach | Thu, Jun 13, 2013 (6 p.m.)

Food Network’s top-rated celebrity chef, Giada De Laurentiis has reportedly landed the new restaurant at the luxury boutique Gaansevort Hotel at center strip. It is being transformed out of Bills Gaming Hall, at this moment a shell- but on target for a February 2014 opening with the gaming portion to be open for New Years.

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Lead Photo Weekend best bets: Amazing Las Vegas Comic Con, Seth Meyers, Father’s Day at Cashman Field

Andrea Domanick | Thu, Jun 13, 2013 (6 p.m.)

Following last weekend's sweltering temperatures, the days ahead offer a welcome respite from the heat with plenty of sports-centric entertainment options suited for families and fight aficionados alike — not to mention spending some quality time with dad on Father's Day.

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Lead Photo Miss Universe official promises surprises that could shake up the whole show

Robin Leach | Thu, Jun 13, 2013 (4:50 p.m.)

NBC television producers have surprises for everyone for Sunday’s Miss USA Pageant broadcast from Planet Hollywood.

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Lead Photo Miss Nevada Pageant preview: Who will compete in Miss America?

Robin Leach | Thu, Jun 13, 2013 (2:01 p.m.)

It will take two nights of Miss America competition to determine the winners for the new Miss Nevada and Miss Nevada Outstanding Teen titles Friday and Saturday. The 23 contestants are determined not to be overshadowed by the rival national Miss USA pageant taking place Sunday on the Strip.

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Lead Photo Caesars Palace shows world travelers how Las Vegas parties

Robin Leach | Thu, Jun 13, 2013 (1:26 p.m.)

No other city on earth throws a party like Las Vegas! The 4,000 visitors from around the globe for the IPW World Travel Congress convention were speechless Wednesday night when Caesars Palace hosted their final exciting night on the Strip.

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Lead Photo 2013 Miss USA photos: Preliminary events whittle contestants down for Sunday’s big event

Robin Leach | Thu, Jun 13, 2013 (12:23 p.m.)

It was a night of glittering glamour, gorgeous gowns, stunning swimsuits and sexy smiles. The 51 Miss USA contestants dazzled and wowed at last night’s preliminary pageant at Planet Hollywood.

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Lead Photo Lots of laughs: A look inside the Las Vegas comedy boom

John Katsilometes | Thu, Jun 13, 2013 (midnight)

There is more comedy being performed in Las Vegas today—at any and every level—than in any other time during the city’s history. From new clubs to resident headliners and touring names, comedy is booming here. The wealth of options is great for fans, but for the comedians plying their trade around town, competition is heating up.

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Lead Photo Trust Us: She & Him at Cosmopolitan, burlesque at the Sci-Fi Center and more

Las Vegas Weekly Staff | Wed, Jun 12, 2013 (5:58 p.m.)

Also, Reggae in the Desert is back.

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Lead Photo Fast-rising local band Rusty Maples loses its cellist

Jason Harris | Wed, Jun 12, 2013 (5:12 p.m.)

Frontman Blair Dewane is flirting with the idea of bringing in string players for shows.

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Lead Photo CD review: Boards of Canada’s ‘Tomorrow’s Harvest’

Spencer Patterson | Wed, Jun 12, 2013 (5:02 p.m.)

The Scottish duo delivered its best material in more than a decade.

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Lead Photo Green Day musical ‘American Idiot’ makes for a memorable punk night out at the Smith Center

Jacob Coakley | Wed, Jun 12, 2013 (4:55 p.m.)

'As an explosion of angst and energy, Nee, O’Farrell and Hettrick bring it in spades.'

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Lead Photo The science of art and art of science in Miguel Rodriguez’ new exhibit

Kristen Peterson | Wed, Jun 12, 2013 (4:39 p.m.)

A herd of turtles moves at the speed of light.

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A&E

Everyday Carnival: How EDC has shaped Vegas nightlife
The dance-music fest changed the shape and sound of our nightclubs. Now, those clubs are helping EDM dominate Vegas entertainment.
Insomniac teaming with Dick Clark Productions for dance music awards event next …
Next year’s EDC week will include yet another music awards show in Las Vegas.
A new Springs Preserve exhibit spotlights Mexico’s rich textile embroidery history
The bilingual exhibit is a fascinating glimpse into a waning tradition.

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Cocktail of the Week Jun 19, 2013
by Ken Miller

Postrio’s nod to Don Quixote makes for a perfect summertime drink

When you think of summer, odds are thoughts of legendary literary character Don Quixote don’t spring to mind. But after trying a Distorted Chivalry at the Venetian’s Postrio, that might ...
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